Singapore Daily Times, 29 May 1879
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Title Section12 1879-05-29 1 Singapore Daily Times. VOL. XX. SINGAPORE, THURSDAY, 29th MAY, 1879. No. 13,79012 words
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Article, Illustration432 1879-05-29 1 Office— l, Collyer Quay. Godowss—At New Harbour. The under-noted *re the date* on which this Company's Mail Steamers may he expected to irritr at Singap< to during the 'VarTFTC:Orrw*i». Honsw*an. Tuesday 21*t Jen. Friday 10th Jan. 4th Feb. **tb l«th H 7th Feb. 4th432 words
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Article146 1879-05-29 1 AGAMEMNON. UITSSES. Ajax. Patroclus. Achillis. Antenor. Piomed. Deucalion. Nestor. Glaucub. Priam. Ancbibis. Parpedon. Orestes. Hectoe. Stentoe. Menelaus. Teucee. The Coy's Steamers are despatched from l.iverpool outwards for Straits and China, and from Shanghai homewards for London every ten days, and have accor modaticn for first and third146 words
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292 1879-05-29 1 The followin' arc the dates on which the steamers of the Messageries Maritimes may he expected to arrive here daring the current year„ Onw*KP. Ho»rrw*KP. 1870 *879. Wednwduy 12 February i Friday, 17 January 26 tin 1 31 do 12 March 14 February 26 do i292 words
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176 1879-05-29 1 The steamers of tbis Company will be despatched from Singapore for Malacca, Penang, Moulmein, Rangoon and Calcutta, taking Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Chittagong, Bimlipatain, Vizagapatain, Coconada, Masulipatam, Madras, Calicut, Tellichery Ac., during the current year at the undernoted dates:— Saturday, Marrh 29th Saturday,176 words
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Article43 1879-05-29 1 Messrs. Apcab A Co.’s steamer “Javan,” 1.865 tons, Captain Gardner, may be expected here on or about the 21st instant, en route to above ports. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES A MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.43 words
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Article42 1879-05-29 1 Messrs. Apcab Sl Co.’s steamer Arratoon A pear, 1,392 tons, Captain Mactavish, may be expected here on or about the 28th inst., en route to above port. For freight or passage, apply to SARKIES MOSES, Agents. Singapore, Ist May, 1879.42 words
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965 1879-05-29 1 The Steamers of the above Company will now ply between Singapore andßataviaevery fortnight, leaving Singapore 24 hours aftei the arrival of the English Mail from home Head Office, 13 Austin Friars, London. Passage Monet, First Class. From Singapore to Fata via I 46 Padang965 words
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Insurance.
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Article72 1879-05-29 1 Capital 1 1,500.000. Paid-up 133.332. Reserve Fund 90,000. Orneral Agents. Messrs. .Tardive Mathrson ft Co., Hongkong. The undersigned, Agents for the Office, are authorised to insure goods by A. I. Sailing Vessels or Steamers to the extent of $lOO,OOO on each bottom, and on the Block72 words
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50 1879-05-29 1 Estarmrhet> 1836. C a IMT.M, C 1.000.000. Reserve £34».«m0. The undersigned has Wn appointed Ag.-nt at Singapore for the above Company. and is prepared to accept risks by first Class Steamers and Sailing vessels: 7T. W. GEIGER, Agent. Singapore, 14th Febj. 1878. fn. c.)50 words
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Article96 1879-05-29 1 Established 1710. Insurances effected upon almost every description of property at the current Rates of Premium. Total Snm insured in 1877. £254,303,817. Claims arranged hy the Local Agents, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunals recognised. Singapore Agents, MARTIN, DYCEACO. Singapore, 14th96 words
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49 1879-05-29 1 The undersigned, Agents for the abnvr Company, are prepared to issue Policies covering Marine Risks on gondi to all partof the world. Policies payable one month after due notice and proof of loss is given. HOOGLANDT A CO.) Singapore, sth April, 1866. (u.49 words
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46 1879-05-29 1 (Berlin -Cologne Fire Insurance Company, Limited, Berlin.) The undersigned, having been appoint ed General Agents of the above Company are prepared to take Fire Insurance Risks at the current rates of premium. RAUTENBERG, SCHMIDT A CO. •Singapore, 27th Jany., 1877. n. c.46 words
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70 1879-05-29 1 Head Office, Batavia. The under signed, Agents for the above Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. 33i o/o discount allowed on all risks foi coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to70 words
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44 1879-05-29 1 Capital 2,000,000. Funds in reserve exclusive of Capital 3,200,000. Agents at Singapore and Penang: BOUSTEAD A CO. Fire department Limit £12,000, on a first class risk. Life department: Limit £2,000 on ne life. Singapore, 19th Sept., 1877. (u. o.)44 words
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Article31 1879-05-29 1 Capital ei.MO.MO. CHIEF OFFICE S TjOHDOI? 79, Cornwilt, E. C. Edinburgh, 31 Ofokob Strkrt. Agents for Singapore. BOTTSTEAD A CO. 9 'ntfiipore, 22nd Feb., 187fi. (n. c.l31 words
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70 1879-05-29 1 Capital 10.000,000 Francs. Th* undersigned, Agent* for the shore Company, are prepared to take risks upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. o/o discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages, and 15 o/o on all risks to70 words
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261 1879-05-29 1 Offices. Queen Insurance Buildings, Liverpool. Qnpon Insurance Buildings. 60Graoechurch Street. London. Chairman of the Company. Bernard Hall. Esqre. Deputy Chairman > WiUiam Hi nd. *■<!«• Patrick Hnnter, Chairman in London, Peter Me Lagan,Esq M. p. Deputy Chairman, John T. Fagan, Esqre. The261 words
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88 1879-05-29 1 Financial Position (1875.) Subscibed Capital £3,*****0. Accumulated Funds 1,778.,000. Annual Revenue from Fire Premiums 313,000. Life 133.000. Interest upon Invested Funds *****. The undersigned have to announce that they are the duly appointed Agents for this Company in Singapore; with authori. ty to88 words
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52 1879-05-29 1 Established 1821 Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Total Invested Funds, upwards of 3,000,000 Annual Income upwards of 400,000 The undersigned have been appointep Agents at Singapore and are prepared to issue policies against Fire on the usnal terms. PATERSON, SIMONS A CO. Singapore, Ist April,52 words
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42 1879-05-29 1 ALLIANCE BRITISH FOREIGN LIFE AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, LONDON. Capital £5,000.000 Sikrling Extension op Limits. One F rst class risk t 80,000. Two adjoining do 120,000. Three or more do. do 160,000. PATERSON SIMONS CO. Agents Singapore. 17th Dec., 1875. (a. o.)42 words
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97 1879-05-29 1 ANNUITY INSTITUTION. Established 1840, and Empowered by Spe cial Act of Parliament. Capital One Million. Lit* Assurancbs of every description granted. Rktiriko Provisions combined with Life Assurance. Free Policies issned which can never altogether lapse through non-payment of premiums. No extra97 words
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46 1879-05-29 1 It is requested that the Masters of all vessels insured in the above Association, bavin? sustained loss or damage, report themselves to the undersigned immediately on arrival here. CAMERON, DUNLOP A CO., Agents Singapore, 11th July, 1878 (n. c.)46 words
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102 1879-05-29 1 OFFICES OP THE COMPANY. Manchester—Exchange Street. Liverpool— 2B. Exchang Street East Birmingham—l 2. Bennett’s Hill. London—lo, Oornhill. Glasgow—4, South Hanover Street. Bristod-50, Broad Street, CHAIRMAN IN MANCHESTER. JoHNToDD.Esq.f Messrs. Todd A Ooston.) CHAIRMAN IN LIVERPOOL. Chas. Holland, Esq. CHAIRMAN IN GLASGOW. Alex. Ewing,102 words
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209 1879-05-29 1 FIRE AND LIFE. Capital ONE MILLION Stbblinh. Chairman— Alexander Ronaldson, Esq Vice Chairman—Jab. Nicol Fleming, Esq Secretary— H. Ambrose Smith, ».lA. CHIEF OFFICES: Glasgow f 5O West Georg. I Street. Edinburgh, 17 George Street. Manchester, 47 Brown Street. The undersigned haring been appointed gents of209 words
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107 1879-05-29 4 l. Capital >2,000.000 Paid-up 400,000 Reserve Fond 564,202 General Managers. Messrs Jardine Matheson Co. HonffVonfc. y Consultine Committee. A. Andre, Esq. (Messrs. Melrhers, ft Co.) .1. P Raines (Messrs. Holliday,Wise ft Co.l A. T. Manner, (Messrs.Domrlas.LanraikACo.) IT. Niosise, (Romeo Company Ltd.) .1. .T. doe107 words
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139 1879-05-29 4 Capita? £1.800.000. Paid-up and Invested 700.000. Funds in Hand 1,200,000. Directors. Richsrd .T. Ashton. Esq Alfr«d Omurcr. Esq. j Thomas O. Barclay, William Hawthorn, Rnhert C. T,. Reran, Onnrare Hihhort, Percirsl Ro«anqnet, Samuel Hvd*. >. i .Tames Brand. William T<rall. I Charles Cave. Charles139 words
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56 1879-05-29 4 The undersigned have been appointed aeents for the above Company and are prepared to accept riskB upon cargo by steamer or sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount allowed on all risks for coasting voyages and on risks to Europe and America. REME RROTHERS.56 words
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82 1879-05-29 4 London and Edinburgh. < Established 1809. (Incorporated by Royal CharterM Subscribed Capital £2,000,000 Paid-up Capital 250,000 Fire Reserve Fund... 31st Dec., 1877... £829,577 Fire Premium Reserve 302,671 Total Fire Reserves ~1,132,248 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest... 908,014 The undersigned, Agents82 words
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79 1879-05-29 4 The undersigned, A Renta for the “Italia” Marine Insurance Company Limited, at Genoa, Have now been authorized to accept Marine risks upon Cargo by steamer and sailing vessel on the customary terms. The usual discount is allowed on all risks for coasting79 words
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31 1879-05-29 4 The undersigned, agents for the above company, are prepared to accept marine risk" at current rates. PATERSON SIMONS A CO. Singapore, 18th Dec., 1878 (u. c.)31 words
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Page 1 Advertisements
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Advertisement116 1879-05-29 1 SINGAPORE ICE WORKS RIVER VALLEY ROAD. Notici. On and after the Ist January, Ice will be sold retail, at the rate of 3 Cents per* pound. The Ice House is opened for the sale of Ice daily from 6 a. m. to 6 p. m. Tickets for 2, 3 or116 words
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Advertisement69 1879-05-29 1 NOTICE TO MARINERS ADMIRALTY CHARTS, OF THE LATEST SURVEY, and NAUTICAL BOOKS, At Moderate Prices, KEPT FOR SALE at the SAILORS’ HOME. Price of Eacu. Nautical Almanacs 11-25. Charts, de (Double Sheet) 1.80. y (Bingle Sheet) 0.90. Sailors’ Home, Singapore, 11th Sept., 1878 (u. c.) FRENCH FLOWERS. We have just69 words
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Advertisement82 1879-05-29 1 ARBROATH COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION. UNION ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWRITERS, DUNDEE. The undersigned request that Masters of Vessels insured in the above associations immediately communicate with them in case ofloss or d image. CAMERON DUNLOP CO. Agents. Singapore, 11th June, 1878. (u. a) MONTROSE UNDERWRITING ASBO- The Masters of Ships or vessels insured82 words
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48 1879-05-29 2 Notice is hereby given that a Dividend of 10 per cent will be payable at the Company’s Office, No. 14, Battery Road, from the 15th May to 31st May, 1879. SYED MOHAMED BIN A. AL8AGOFF. Manager. Singapore, 7th May, 1879. to 31st May.)48 words
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71 1879-05-29 2 The B. I. S. N. Co’s, steamer Purulia, 987 tons register, will leare tbe Roads for above ports at 2 p. m., on Saturday the 31st instant. She will also take Passengers and Cargo for Akyab, Bimilipatam, Coconada, Madras Ac. For freight or71 words
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STRAITS TIMES THURSDAY, 29TH MAY, 1879.
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Article212 1879-05-29 2 Singapore, 29th Mat, 1879. Gambier 3.80. Black Pepper 8.15. White Pepper, fair quality 13. Sago Flour, Sarawak 3.20. Pearl Sago 4.15. Coffee, Bontyne 17.75. Tin 19.75. 80s. Mule twist 87J. 84 lbs. Shirtings 1.60 7 do do 1.474. 6 do 7. Cloth 1. 7 do do 1.124.212 words
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REUTER’S TELEGRAMS. (For Straits Times.)
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Article369 1879-05-29 2 London, 28 th Mat/.— The Houses of Parliament have adjourned for the Whitsun recess. The Derby. Sir Bevys First. Palmbearcr Second. Visconte Third. The German frigate Leipzig we notice from China papers, had arrived at Hongkong from JapaD, and was to leave for Singapore on her way369 words
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42 1879-05-29 2 London, 11th Mag. —The Secretary of State for the Colonies, in reply to a question, said that Sir Garnet Wolseley has been instructed to entertain bona fide honorable peace proposals—should they be made by King Cetewayo?42 words
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1279 1879-05-29 2 Political differences put on one side, there can be no more pleasant place at which to be an invited guest than Government House, under the kindly dispensation of Colonel and Mrs. Anson, and we are sure that the many guests who attended the1,279 words
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2153 1879-05-29 3 The Hongkong Daily Press of the 19th instant writes We note by the home papers that a deputation is shortly to wait upon the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs to repregent the desirability of the British2,153 words
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Correspondence.
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Article215 1879-05-29 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Srs, —On looking at the flag-staff the other day I observed the flags C.M.G. flying at the upper yard arm—and two or three steamer symbols hoisted on the lower yard. I naturally concluded that one or more companions of the215 words
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Article352 1879-05-29 3 To of the Daily Time*. Sir, —On visiting the Gardens a few days; ago I was struck with the great falling off apparent in the care exercised over the Zoological section. The Animals do not seem to be nearly so well looked after or such attention given352 words
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Article214 1879-05-29 3 To the Editor of the Daily Times. Sib, —It is very annoying indeed, especially to a stranger who may happen to have to go to the Post Office, not to be able to have an urgent letter posted. I was subjected to rather bad treatment last Sunday214 words
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Page 2 Advertisements
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Advertisement651 1879-05-29 2 aubfrttstnunts. HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION. P«a or 5.000.000 DolUn. Rvmvtv Frad 1,300,000 DolUra. COURT OF DIRECTOR?. CAairma*.— Wk. H. FOEBM, Eiq. (of Masure. Rosnell A Co.) U) CAaimaa —Tha Hon. W. K“ WICI (of Messrs. Jardine Matbeson A Co.) F. D. Sanoon. Em. (of Km™. David Sassoon Bona A651 words
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Advertisement776 1879-05-29 2 In be th* Goods of Joao Bautista. Pestan a,—Deceased. Probate of the last Will and Testament of the above deceased having been granted to the undersigned Executor, it is heieby notified that all debts due to the Estate must be paid to the Undersigned on or before the 30th June776 words
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Advertisement728 1879-05-29 2 PIPES. John Little A Co., have just received a fresh supply of Meersch mm Pipes, finest quality. Briar Root do. with bone and amber mouth pieces. Meerschaum Cigar holders. Do. Cigarette do. Singapore, 29th May, 1879. NOTICE. The Undersiened, whilst sincerely thanking all Land and Plantation Owners for the kind728 words
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Advertisement375 1879-05-29 2 CALCUTTA CORNED BEEF. John Little A Co. hare just received a supply of the above in tins of 7 lbs. Singapore, _9tb jlay, 1879. SALE. A living Bird of Paradise. Ap[ ly to, Captain Sandman, care of, Messrs. HOOGLANDT A ~0., Singapore, 29th May, 1879. (to 6th June) NOTICE. The375 words
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Article59 1879-05-29 3 Thb S. S. Qlencoe, Captain W. A. Gallant!, and the 8. 8. Qleneaglet, Captain Geo. S. Macßain, with the new Season’s Teas, will leave Singapore, about the Ist June next, and have good accommodation for Ist and 2nd class passengers. For farther particulars, apply to MARTIN DTCE A59 words
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SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
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Article185 1879-05-29 3 Tuesday, 27th May. British steamer St. Clair of the Isles, 200 tons, Iter commander. Glasgow 19th Fob. Dutch steamer Amboina, 785 tons, Cramer commander, Banda 26th May, consignees Hamilton Gray Co. Wednesday, 28th May. British barque Miranda, 455 tons, Hugill commander, Cotie sth May. British steamer Purulia, 98? tons,185 words
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Article82 1879-05-29 3 Tuecday, 27th May. British steamer Paknam, Stratton, for Bangkok. British steamer Cbeang Hock Kian, Webb, tor Hongkong. British steamer Ruby, Fox, for Muntok and Palembang. British steamer Arratoon Apcar, McTarish for Hongkong. Dutch steamer Patoeah, de Neef, for Muntok and Palembang. Dutch steamer Vice President Prins, Schipper,82 words
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Article696 1879-05-29 3 I I d Date Chips’ Names. Captains. Flag A Rig. of as- Where From. WhereLyino Consignees or Agents. Destination. H RIVALS. MEN-OF-WV Juno Poland H. MV. str. ***** Apr. 24 Hongkong Hoads Senior Naval Officer. Station Fly Boldero H. MV. str. 400 1 May 21 Hongkong696 words
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Page 3 Advertisements
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Advertisement246 1879-05-29 3 #otfcr«. NEW MILLINERY AND COSTUMES For Spring 1879. COPIEB OF THE LATEBT PARIS Fashions. We are now opening a small case of. the above, received ex: “Glenfinlas.” SATLE A CO. Singapore, 15 th May, 1879. TO BE LET. Entry on 15th M y instant. A large and commodious Family Residence246 words
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Advertisement287 1879-05-29 3 NOTICE. Tenders will be received up to noon on the Ist July next, for renting the following Farms for three years, from the Ist January, 1880: Singapore. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Penang. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Malacca. Opium Farm Spirit Farm. Tenders should be addressed to the Colonial Secretary, Singapore,287 words
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Advertisement346 1879-05-29 3 NOTICE. Thk interest and responsibility of Mr. Alexander Duff in oar firm ceased on *he 30th ultimo. CAMERON DUNLOP k 00. •Singapore, Ist May, 1879. to 31st inst Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sir William Robinson, K. C. M. G., Governor of the Straits Settlements. CHONG FEE. GEE CHONG346 words
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Docks.
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702 1879-05-29 4 Thi work, of the Oompenj Wltutal »t Teoioon Pester, erithin one mile of the town of Sintrepore, end compnee the following establishments, viz Whakf.— Affording bertheste for twenty roeeel. et one time will'“S”'®!*’";!*! eloneeide for reeeele of th draneht, end protected by e hreekwater702 words
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192 1879-05-29 4 This Company executes ehips’ repairs of all description* in the most efficient manner under the superintendence of European Shipwright* and Engineer*. No. 1 QnariHO Dock. Length—4ls feet. Depth of water from 14 feet to 15f feel Width at Entrance 42 feet. No. 2. G»ati»o192 words
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Page 4 Advertisements
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Advertisement558 1879-05-29 4 ifltsrtnantouei. J. MOTION. Chronometer, Watch and Clock Maker, and Optician. Flint Street. Has always oa hand a well selected stock o, Jewellery. Watches, Clocks, Nantical Tnstrrnnents, 4c., oomprisin? n 1.1. IT .ad if** C Bracelets, Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, Ladies’ rings, Signet rings. Wedding rings. Keepers Albert chains, Onard chains, Binocular558 words
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Advertisement721 1879-05-29 4 NOTICE. The undersigned have just unpacked a well selected invoice of stationery, consisting of All sorts of Perry k Co’s, and McNiven and Cameron’s pens Penholders. Lead Coloured pencils, a great variety, Pencil cases for lead and colour, American Colorado Pens, Universal penholders, American Fountain pens, Patent ink and pencil721 words
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Advertisement167 1879-05-29 4 NETHERLANDS INDTA DISCOUNT COMPANY. The undersigned having been appointed Agents (by Power of Attorney dated Batavia, 19th June, 1869,1 to the above Corapanv are authorised to grant and buy bills on Java, discount acceptances, give money in loan on securities and generally to represent the said Bank at this place.167 words
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Advertisement624 1879-05-29 4 JOHN LITTLE CO, GENERAL WAREHOUSEMEN Importers op European, China, Japan and Manila Goods OUTFITTERS; Chronometer, Watch, and Clock w Makers J Jewellers and Goldsmiths; WINE, SPIRIT AND PROVISION MERCHANTS. Outfitting Department. Gentlemen's outfiits made up on the shortest notice, fit guaranteed, and of the latest fashion. A large stock pf624 words
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Advertisement706 1879-05-29 4 KATZ BROTHERS, GENERAL STORE, SINGAPORE AND PENANG, Bommereiil Squire, Betcli Street 27. Halten fort Boat ton-1 Hehhen waehrend pin ionrs Mm I roor radieeen wohlaasortir- »»sorti*jryk anaoHi. to" Lsmr al- dan* ton* rripnt ran Rnlor Europae- lie* articles ropoiaoho artiisohon A an- d'Enrop*. Vrlon Jpren Arti- Prii mo- roor Mllrka706 words
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